We’re excited to get things rolling once again after taking a year off. This Saturday, August 28, the Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation is hosting the 8th Annual Jailbreak Escape Urban Challenge Run. The run is designed to challenge participants of all ages and fitness levels while supporting professional law enforcement services in Lexington County. The […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Gaston man accused of shooting into a minivan in May turned himself in Tuesday night. Kristofer Jaiwon Thomas, 19, is charged with two counts of attempted murder, discharging a firearm into a vehicle, and possessing a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. A 17-year-old co-defendant was arrested in […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County deputies have arrested a man accused of stealing electronics and boating items from a boat on Lake Murray. Eric Nickels, 36, is charged with grand larceny and receiving stolen goods, according to arrest warrants. “Based on what detectives have pieced together during their review of the case, Nickels paddled a […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County Sherriff Jay Koon is pleased to announce the following promotions and transfers. Jonathan Brock has been promoted to lieutenant in Operations. Brock previously worked as a patrol sergeant. He has served the county since 2012. Paula Hare has been promoted to lieutenant in the Lexington County Detention Center. Hare previously […]
